Open source planning: naive, stupid or cynical?

If you think that the economy is posing a problem for housebuilders, you might want to consider the planning proposals put forward by the Conservatives.

“Jaw dropping” was one phrase that an expert on planning matters put to me. “Concerning” was the more sedate and political word chosen by the Home Builders Federation, who politely suggested it was a high risk strategy with potential unintended consequences.